1948 World Professional Basketball Tournament
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The 1948 World Professional Basketball Tournament was the tenth[1] and final edition of the World Professional Basketball Tournament. It was held in Chicago, Illinois, during the days of 8–11 April 1948[2] and featured eight teams.[3] It was won by the Minneapolis Lakers who defeated the New York Renaissance 75–71 in the title game,[4] behind George Mikan's tournament record 40 points.[5] The Anderson Duffey Packers came in third after beating the Tri-Cities Blackhawks 66–44 in the third-place game.[6] Mikan led all scorers and was named the tournaments Most Valuable Player.[7][8]
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1948 | |
Tournament information | |
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Location | Chicago, Illinois |
Dates | 8 April–11 April |
Venue(s) | Chicago Stadium |
Teams | 8 |
Final positions | |
Champions | Minneapolis Lakers |
1st runner-up | New York Rens |
2nd runner-up | Anderson Duffey Packers |
Tournament statistics | |
MVP | George Mikan |
Top scorer(s) | George Mikan |
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